Time to Upsize

It isn’t just first-time buyers and those living in apartments looking to move quickly post-lockdown; sales of larger family homes, typically the target of second and third-steppers, have soared according to new research from Rightmove*. Extra bedrooms, study rooms and larger living spaces are the priority for families spending more time at home, perhaps indefinitely; the five-bedroom detached homes at Trent Park in Enfield represent an opportunity for families to find the space they need in a countryside Zone 5 location.

Richard Pine-Coffin, Director at JLL (City & East London Residential Development), comments: “We’ve seen a real surge in enquiries from a range of buyers, but none more so than those looking for extra space; it is no surprise in the current climate that families need more room at home to work, live and play. For second and third-steppers, a comfortable home where people can put down roots and stay put for a long time is a real priority.”

Trent Park is a beautiful development of new and restored homes set in 413 acres of parkland within which The King George Collection occupies a coveted location - set in a quiet corner of the scheme, lined with trees on three sides.

The five-bedroom homes are beautifully designed with classically-inspired exteriors complemented by plenty of flexible space for family living. Set across three storeys, every home has an open-plan kitchen/dining room and two additional reception rooms, the smaller of which could be used as a snug or a study. The well-fitted kitchens have shaker-style cabinetry and a comprehensive range of appliances.

One or more bedrooms could easily be styled as a home office depending on the needs of the family. The master bedroom suite features an en suite bathroom and dressing area; two of the bedrooms each provide an en suite shower room and the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.

Upsize your family home to a countryside setting in Zone 5: Five-bedroom family homes available at The King George Collection, Trent Park

Brian McKenzie, Operations Director of Berkeley North East London Ltd, comments: “Trent Park is proving extremely popular with families, especially since lockdown first eased and the stamp duty holiday announced. Of course, the parkland setting so close to London is a real draw, but when it comes to the homes themselves, the larger houses at Trent Park are providing the perfect solution for growing families, or those with teenagers who are desperate for extra space. With the latest announcements suggesting many of us will be working from home for longer than first expected, we are anticipating further interest in these larger family homes.”

The King George Collection is also located close to The Lawn Club, which comprises a range of leisure facilities exclusive to residents including an open-air swimming pool and state-of-the art gym in a beautifully restored Grade II listed Orangery. Outdoor tennis courts are also available.

In addition to the wonderful parkland at Trent Country Park, there is an 18-hole golf club and riding school within the wider grounds. Cockfosters High Street is within walking distance and offers plenty of independent boutiques, cafés and restaurants for leisurely meals out.

The hustle and bustle of central London is within easy reach; trains from Oakwood Underground station – which can be reached using a residents’ exclusive shuttle bus service from the development – reaches King’s Cross in just under half an hour. The M25 is also just a 15-minute drive away, offering easy access to the rest of the South East and beyond.

Prices at The King George Collection start from £1,950,000 for a five-bedroom home. For more information, call Berkeley on 020 3930 4912 or visit www.trent-park.co.uk.